Being left home alone for four days

madlh100 · 20/04/11 - 15:12

Never been left alone this long before.

I'm not very glued up and often leave hair straighter on, put metal in the microwave etc.

Have you lot got any survival tips please? Things to do and not to do.

I'll be looking after the dog. My parents are leaving on Friday to go Spain for Easter and won't be back until Tuesday.

Thanks

RAINBOWGIRL22 · 20/04/11 - 15:13

My tips are do not use hair straightners or the microwave whilst your parents are away.

Oh and remember to feed the dog!

Red Arrow · 20/04/11 - 15:13

madlh100 wrote: »

Never been left alone this long before.

I'm not very glued up and often leave hair straighter on, put metal in the microwave etc.

Have you lot got any survival tips please? Things to do and not to do.

I'll be looking after the dog. My parents are leaving on Friday to go Spain for Easter and won't be back until Tuesday.

Thanks

Can I ask how old you are? If you can't grasp simple things like don't put metal in the microwave I wouldn't want to leave you home alone.

Just make sure your parents write down how to use things like the boiler, where to turn the water off if a pipe in the house bursts etc. Also if you/your parents are friendly with the neighbours make sure they are aware you are on your own so can come help if required.

Inspiration · 20/04/11 - 15:15

Stay out of your parents bed.

birdonawire · 20/04/11 - 15:15

And be careful near the glue.

RAINBOWGIRL22 · 20/04/11 - 15:16

Anyone reckon the dog may end up looking after the OP?

madlh100 · 20/04/11 - 15:20

Red Arrow wrote: »

Can I ask how old you are? If you can't grasp simple things like don't put metal in the microwave I wouldn't want to leave you home alone.

Just make sure your parents write down how to use things like the boiler, where to turn the water off if a pipe in the house bursts etc. Also if you/your parents are friendly with the neighbours make sure they are aware you are on your own so can come help if required.

20 in May. I've learnt my lesson now, but I didn't realise at the time that you can't put metal in the microwave. My daggots were

[Deleted User] · 20/04/11 - 15:21

Red Arrow wrote: »

Can I ask how old you are? If you can't grasp simple things like don't put metal in the microwave I wouldn't want to leave you home alone.

Just make sure your parents write down how to use things like the boiler, where to turn the water off if a pipe in the house bursts etc. Also if you/your parents are friendly with the neighbours make sure they are aware you are on your own so can come help if required.

Myth busters proved that's a load of cobblers!

madlh100 · 20/04/11 - 15:21

Red Arrow wrote: »

Can I ask how old you are? If you can't grasp simple things like don't put metal in the microwave I wouldn't want to leave you home alone.

Just make sure your parents write down how to use things like the boiler, where to turn the water off if a pipe in the house bursts etc. Also if you/your parents are friendly with the neighbours make sure they are aware you are on your own so can come help if required.

20 in May. I've learnt my lesson now, but I didn't realise at the time that you can't put metal in the microwave. My **** were frazzled to say the least

I just often forget the easiest things sometimes. My memory is really bad.

Lenitive · 20/04/11 - 15:24

I like how the thread below this is "Child left home alone". Just keep your wits about you, don't do anything stupid or strenuous, cook simple meals, and any creaking is not a ghost.

wildpumpkin · 20/04/11 - 15:25

Good god, at 20 I was deputy manager of a large Student Hall of residence, and responsible for over 30 staff.

Grow up and take responsibility, it isn't difficult.:rolleyes:

Note to dog........book yourself into some kennels

sybilvimes · 20/04/11 - 15:25

Should we be concerned that the dog might end up in the microwave?

Inspiration · 20/04/11 - 15:26

Lenitive wrote: »

I like how the thread below this is "Child left home alone".

Yeah curious isn't it.

RAINBOWGIRL22 · 20/04/11 - 15:28

Lenitive wrote: »

I like how the thread below this is "Child left home alone".

His neighbours are obviously already concerned

Keefy-boy · 20/04/11 - 15:29

takeyourpick wrote: »

Myth busters proved that's a load of cobblers!

It most certainly isn't! Go try it.

RAINBOWGIRL22 · 20/04/11 - 15:30

takeyourpick wrote: »

Myth busters proved that's a load of cobblers!

Don't encourage him

[Deleted User] · 20/04/11 - 15:30

The odd thing is, Myth Busters did do an episode where metal didn't have much effect etc in a microwave yet when I have done it by mistake

I've had flames!

AppleJuice:) · 20/04/11 - 15:31

Lenitive wrote: »

I like how the thread below this is "Child left home alone". Just keep your wits about you, don't do anything stupid or strenuous, cook simple meals, and any creaking is not a ghost.

Or maybe it is!!!!!:eek:

:p

I heated up a can of beans in the micro when I was about twenty, I just didn't know you weren't supposed to, it doesn't mean you're stupid.

Don't try and deep fry anything.

The Geek · 20/04/11 - 15:33

takeyourpick wrote: »

Myth busters proved that's a load of cobblers!

How can it be. I once put a plate in the microwave that had some metal in it, didn't realise it wasn't suitable for microwaving and it sparked.

MidnightFalcon · 20/04/11 - 15:37

I feel your pain. My OH is off to visit one of my MIL's at the weekend and I'm being left home to look after the cats.

Looks like I'm stuck with a weekend of takeaways, playstation 3 and Internet porn.

madlh100 · 20/04/11 - 15:37

Well It's the first time I'm going to be living alone. Well, with my brother, but he's normally out. Some people are making me feel like a right freak case. I thinks it is normal to have my concerns.

I've just got to check what the dog has with his food, but I think It's just olive oil.

madlh100 · 20/04/11 - 15:39

The Geek wrote: »

How can it be. I once put a plate in the microwave that had some metal in it, didn't realise it wasn't suitable for microwaving and it sparked.

Yeah I did that. A plate with a golden rim. Next thing I know the microwave is sparking

Lenitive · 20/04/11 - 15:43

MidnightFalcon wrote: »

Looks like I'm stuck with a weekend of takeaways, playstation 3 and Internet porn.

Why so sad? That sounds perfect!

And no, AppleJuice, there are no ghosts.

whackyracer · 20/04/11 - 15:45

Don't go buying any micro pigs!!

AppleJuice:) · 20/04/11 - 15:47

Lenitive wrote: »

Why so sad? That sounds perfect!

And no, AppleJuice, there are no ghosts.

But does anyone really know that for sure??? Hmmmm........:p

malpasc · 20/04/11 - 15:55

I left home at 16 and lived on my own.

What is it about parents these days? They seem to keep their offspring completely clueless for far too long! I wouldn't have ever considered ever still living at home at almost 20.

We need to teach teenagers how to do things for themselves, and have some common sense about them. I despair for the future generations if someone can't operate a microwave by their late teens :eek:

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